Media Platforms Design TeamTo tame a deep cough or calm anxiety, press Pericardium 2 and 3: P-2 is located at the top of the upper arm, by the armpit; P-3 is located at your elbow fold. Apply firm pressure with the thumb to P-2—first steady, then circling in movement—for 2 minutes each. Slide the thumb down to P-3 and massage in the same way. Repeat 5 times. MORE: 5 Ways To Give Yourself An Awesome Massage